by WeightWise | Jul 24, 2021 | Diet, Health
Are you considering gastric bypass surgery? You probably have a lot of different questions running through your head. One of these questions might be: Will my stomach stretch back to its normal size after my procedure? The short answer is yes. You can stretch your...
by WeightWise | Jul 18, 2021 | Diet
After bariatric surgery, there are a lot of changes that you will need to make to your diet, especially during the two-week liquid phase. During the two-week liquid phase, you are able to drink bariatric protein shakes that contain less than 7 grams of total...
by WeightWise | Jul 14, 2021 | Diet, Exercise, Weight Loss Surgery
After weight loss surgery, you will begin the journey of losing weight and keeping it off. Many patients lose so much weight that they end up with excess skin that is loose or sagging. This skin often doesn’t have enough elasticity to shrink back down, so it’s left...
by WeightWise | Jul 9, 2021 | Diet
Patients should avoid caffeine for at least one month after bariatric surgery. Replace any caffeinated beverages you might typically consume with water — always the best option — or other sugar- and/or caffeine-free beverages. Some excellent choices are: Crystal Light...
by Lauren Armstrong | Jul 2, 2021 | Diet, Holidays, Meal Plans
Happy Independence Day weekend! Who is ready for a three-day weekend that involves celebrating, grilling out, soaking up the sun on or off the water, and sharing memories/laughs with your family and friends? ME!! However, as fun as this holiday can be, I know for some...
by WeightWise | May 28, 2021 | Diet, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Health
Gastric bypass can be a great way to “shrink” the stomach and lose significant weight. Many patients see dramatic results in their weight loss and experience increased energy like never before. Unfortunately, some gastric bypass patients can gain back the weight that...